Laura the Dietitian

Wild rice stuffed acorn squash is just what you need to add to your fall recipe rotation this year! It’s warm, it’s hearty, and it brings all of fall’s natural nutritional benefits to the table! This recipe is the perfect example of easy meets “that…

What screams fall more than “maple apple cider hot toddy”? Answer: NOTHING! This cocktail recipe is perfect for those cold, autumn Saturdays. Tried and true, it’s impossible to screw up this recipe. Too bitey on the whiskey end? Add more apple cider. Needing a little…

Turn your kitchen into your own, fancy Starbucks cafe with this pumpkin cream cold brew! ‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice EVERYTHING. Did I mention you can make it for half the cost?? HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN CREAM COLD BREW: In a small saucepan over…

This Pumpkin Spice White Russian cocktail is everything you need to get in the festive spirit this season. An autumn twist on the classic White Russian is easy, creamy, and everything pumpkin-ey. Nothing gets me more excited than when I start seeing cornstalks on neighborhood…

Charcuterie boards come in all shapes and sizes, quite literally, but this appetizer charcuterie board is the best pairing of salty, sweet, and savory to get your dinner party started! Is there a wrong way to make a charcuterie board? No! That’s the beauty of…

Caprese Salad Skewers, as its name suggests, is quite literally the salad of Capri; mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Ready in minutes with no cooking required, it will give your table the perfect splash of fresh color! And did I mention easily transportable? WHAT…

Olive Tapenade is a delicious recipe that is perfect as an appetizer dip, part of a charcuterie board, or even topping on fish and chicken. Bringing pops of color, mediterranean vibes, and fancy sophistication this recipe’s a go-to for sure. This tapenade is one of the quickest appetizer…

These easy spinach balls are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any gathering! Dress them up or dress them down, they’re the underrated appetizer of our generation. CLICK HERE TO PIN THIS FOR LATER I will say, trying to find stuffing mix in July is a little…

Take the mess out of Mexican street corn with this quick, easy, and extra creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad, perfect for any summer BBQ! Elote, or Mexican corn on the cob, is quite possibly the best street food there in my opinion! Checking off every taste and…

When it comes to breakfast, I prefer more savory and hearty than sweet. This loaded breakfast bagel sandwich will keep you fueled up for the morning chaos! Regret all the years you spent telling yourself you couldn’t eat a bagel because of the CARBS? Yikes!…